3-074-615-11 (1) Digital Video Camera Recorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. DCR-PC101 Model No. AC- Serial No. Serial No.
Welcome! Congratulations on your purchase of this Sony Handycam. With your Handycam, you can capture life’s precious moments with superior picture and sound quality. Your Handycam is loaded with advanced features, but at the same time it is very easy to use. You will soon be producing home video that you can enjoy for years to come. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For the customers in the U.S.A.
Checking supplied accessories Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your camcorder. 1 2 3 5 6 7 8 9 q; qa 1 AC-L10A/L10B/L10C AC power adaptor (1), Power cord (1) (p. 15) 2 NP-FM50 battery pack (1) (p. 14, 15) 3 A/V connecting cable (1) (p. 43) 4 Wireless Remote Commander (1) (p. 221) 5 Size AA (R6) battery for Remote Commander (2) (p. 221) Getting started 4 Lens cap (1) (p. 24) “Memory Stick” (1) (p. 113) USB cable (1) (p. 163) CD-ROM (SPVD-008 USB Driver) (1) (p.
Main Features Recording moving pictures or still images, and playing them back •Recording moving pictures on tapes (p. 24) •Recording still images on tapes (p. 47) •Playing back tapes (p. 38) •Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s (p. 44, 122) •Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s (p. 136) •Viewing still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s (p. 148) •Viewing moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s (p. 151) Main Features •Viewing moving pictures recorded on tapes using USB cable (p.
Main Features Getting started Other uses Functions to adjust exposure in recording •BACK LIGHT (p. 32) •NightShot/Super NightShot/Color Slow Shutter (p. 32) •PROGRAM AE (p. 60) •White balance (p. 49) •Adjusting the exposure manually (p. 63) •Flexible Spot Meter (p. 64) Main Features Functions to give images more impact •Digital zoom [MENU] (p. 29) The default setting is set to OFF. (To zoom greater than 10×, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings.) •Fader (p.
Table of contents Checking supplied accessories .............. 3 Main Features ............................... 4 Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape ............................. 8 – Recording on a “Memory Stick” ...... 10 Getting started Using this manual ................................. 12 Step 1 Preparing the power supply .... 14 Installing the battery pack ............. 14 Charging the battery pack ............. 15 Connecting to a wall outlet ........... 18 Step 2 Setting the date and time ......
Table of contents Troubleshooting Types of trouble and how to correct trouble ............................... 193 Self-diagnosis display ......................... 200 Warning indicators and messages .... 201 Additional Information Usable cassettes ................................... 203 About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack ................................... 205 About i.LINK ....................................... 206 Using your camcorder abroad .......... 208 Maintenance information and precautions .....
Quick Start Guide – Recording on a tape This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record pictures on tapes of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Pull down the Holding Grip to hold your camcorder as illustrated. Holding Grip Connecting the power cord (p. 18) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 14). Open the jack cover. AC power adaptor (supplied) Quick Start Guide Connect the plug with its v mark facing the Holding Grip.
Recording a picture (p. 24) 1 Remove the lens cap. 2 Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. 3 Press OPEN to POWER MEMORY OFF CAMERA (CHARGE) 4 Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording. To stop recording, press START/ STOP again. POWER LOCK VCR Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed, pull out the viewfinder until it clicks. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 28). LOCK VCR open the LCD panel. The picture appears on the screen.
Quick Start Guide – Recording on a “Memory Stick” Holding Grip This chapter introduces you to the basic features to record on a “Memory Stick” of your camcorder. See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Pull down the Holding Grip to hold your camcorder as illustrated. Connecting the power cord (p. 18) Use the battery pack when using your camcorder outdoors (p. 14). Open the jack cover.
Recording a still image on a “Memory Stick” (p. 122) 4 Press PHOTO 1 Remove the lens cap. lightly. 3 Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. The picture appears on the screen. Viewfinder When the LCD panel is closed, pull out the viewfinder until it clicks. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight (p. 28). 5 Press PHOTO deeper. 2 Set the POWER switch to When you purchase your camcorder, the clock setting is set to off.
— Getting started — Using this manual As you read through this manual, buttons and settings on your camcorder are shown in capital letters. e.g. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. When you carry out an operation, you can hear a beep sound to indicate that the operation is being carried out. Note on Cassette Memory Your camcorder is based on the DV format. You can only use mini DV cassettes with your camcorder. We recommend that you use a tape with cassette memory .
Using this manual Precautions on camcorder care Lens and LCD screen/finder (on mounted models only) [a] [b] [c] [d] Getting started •The LCD screen and the finder are manufactured using extremely high-precision technology, so over 99.99% of the pixels are operational for effective use. However, there may be some tiny black points and/or bright points (white, red, blue or green in color) that constantly appear on the LCD screen and the finder.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Installing the battery pack (1) While sliding BATT (battery) release lever in the direction of the arrow 1, slide the battery terminal cover in the direction of the arrow 2. (2) Insert the battery pack in the direction of the arrow until it clicks. 1 2 2 1 To remove the battery pack The battery pack is removed in the same way as the battery terminal cover.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging the battery pack (1) Install the battery pack on your camcorder. (2) Open the jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack with the plug’s v mark facing the Holding Grip. (3) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (4) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet. (5) Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE). The CHARGE lamp lights up when the charge begins.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Charging time Battery pack NP-FM50 (supplied) Full charge 150 NP-FM70 240 NP-QM71 260 NP-FM90 330 NP-FM91/QM91 360 Approximate minutes at 25 °C (77 °F) to charge an empty battery pack The charging time may increase if the battery’s temperature is extremely high or low because of the ambient temperature.
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Note Approximate recording time and playing time at 25 °C (77 °F). The battery life will be shorter if you use your camcorder in a cold environment. Recommended charging temperature We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of between 10 °C to 30 °C (50 °F to 86 °F).
Step 1 Preparing the power supply Connecting to a wall outlet When you use your camcorder for a long time, we recommend that you power it from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor. (1) Open the jack cover and connect the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder to the DC IN jack on your camcorder with the plug’s v mark facing the Holding Grip. (2) Connect the power cord to the AC power adaptor. (3) Connect the power cord to a wall outlet.
Step 2 Setting the date and time (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) (7) (8) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY. Press FN to display PAGE1 (p. 22). Press MENU to display the menu. with r/R, and press EXEC. Select Select CLOCK SET with r/R, and press EXEC. Select the desired year with r/R, and press EXEC. Set the month, day and hour with the same procedure as step 6. Set the minute with r/R, and press EXEC by the time signal. The clock starts to move.
Step 2 Setting the date and time The year changes as follows: 1995 2002 2079 To return to FN Press EXIT. If you do not set the date and time “– – – – – – – – –” and “– –:– –:– –” are recorded on the data code of the tape and the “Memory Stick”. Note on the time indicator The internal clock of your camcorder uses a 12-hour cycle. – 12:00 AM stands for midnight. – 12:00 PM stands for noon.
Step 3 Inserting a cassette 2 OPEN/ZEJECT 3,4 Getting started (1) Prepare the power source. (2) Slide OPEN/ZEJECT in the direction of the arrow and open the lid. The cassette compartment automatically lifts up and opens. (3) Push the middle portion of the back of the cassette to insert. Insert the cassette in a straight line deeply into the cassette compartment with the window facing out. mark on the cassette (4) Close the cassette compartment by pressing the compartment.
Step 4 Using the touch panel Your camcorder has operation buttons on the LCD screen. Touch the LCD panel directly to operate each function. (1) Prepare the power source. (2) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. (3) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR while pressing the small green button. (4) Press FN. Operation buttons appear on the LCD screen. (5) Press PAGE2 to go to PAGE2. Operation buttons appear on the LCD screen. (6) Press a desired operation item. See relevant pages of this manual for each function.
Step 4 Using the touch panel Getting started Notes •When using the touch panel, press operation buttons with your thumb supporting the LCD screen from the back side of it or press those buttons lightly with your index finger. •Do not press operation buttons with sharp-pointed objects such as a pen. •Do not press the LCD screen too hard. •Do not touch the LCD screen with wet hands. •If FN is not on the LCD screen, touch the LCD screen lightly to make it appear.
— Recording – Basics — Recording a picture Your camcorder automatically focuses for you. (1) Remove the lens cap and pull the lens cap string to fix it. (2) Install the power source and insert a cassette. See “Step 1” to “Step 3” for more information (p. 14 to 21). (3) Pull down the Holding Grip. Hold your camcorder firmly as illustrated. (4) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA while pressing the small green button. Your camcorder is in standby. (5) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel.
Recording a picture Note on Recording mode Your camcorder records and plays back in the SP (standard play) mode and in the LP (long play) mode. Select SP or LP in the menu settings (p. 190). In the LP mode, you can record 1.5 times as long as in the SP mode. When you record a tape in the LP mode on your camcorder, we recommend playing the tape on your camcorder. Recording – Basics Notes •Fasten the grip strap firmly. •Do not touch the built-in microphone during recording.
Recording a picture Adjusting the LCD screen The LCD panel moves about 90 degrees to the viewfinder side and about 180 degrees to the lens side. 180° 90° OPEN When closing the LCD panel, set it vertically, and swing it into the camcorder body. Note When using the LCD screen except in the mirror mode, the viewfinder automatically turns off. When you use the LCD screen outdoors in direct sunlight The LCD screen may be difficult to see. If this happens, we recommend that you use the viewfinder.
Recording a picture Adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen – : to dim + : to brighten (4) Press OK to return to PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3. 1 2,3 FN LCD BRT Recording – Basics (1) When you set the POWER switch to CAMERA, press FN and select PAGE2. When you set the POWER switch to VCR, press FN to display PAGE1 (p. 22). When you set the POWER switch to MEMORY, press FN and select PAGE3. (2) Press LCD BRT. The screen to adjust the brightness of the LCD screen appears.
Recording a picture Adjusting the viewfinder If you record pictures with the LCD panel closed, check the picture with the viewfinder. Adjust the viewfinder lens to your eyesight so that the indicators in the viewfinder come into sharp focus. Pull out the viewfinder and move the viewfinder lens adjustment lever. Viewfinder lens adjustment lever You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to your camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out.
Recording a picture Using the zoom feature Move the power zoom lever a little for a slower zoom. Move it further for a faster zoom. Using the zoom function sparingly results in better-looking recordings. T: for telephoto (subject appears closer) W: for wide-angle (subject appears further away) Recording – Basics W T W W T T To zoom greater than 10× Zoom greater than 10× is performed digitally. To activate the digital zoom, select the digital zoom power in D ZOOM in the menu settings.
Recording a picture Shooting with the Mirror Mode This feature allows the camera subject to view him- or herself on the LCD screen. The subject can see his or her own image on the LCD screen while you look at the subject in the viewfinder. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY. Pull out the viewfinder and rotate the LCD screen 180 degrees. The indicator appears in the viewfinder and on the LCD screen. When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA, Xz appears in standby, and z appears in recording.
Recording a picture Indicators displayed in the recording mode The indicators are not recorded on the tape. Remaining battery time Recording – Basics Cassette memory This is displayed when using a tape with cassette memory. Recording mode STBY/REC 40min REC 0:00:01 45min Time code/Tape counter Remaining tape This appears after you insert a cassette and record or play back for a while.
Recording a picture Shooting a backlit subject – BACK LIGHT When you shoot a subject with the light source behind the subject or a subject with a light background, use the backlight function. BACK LIGHT Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, then press BACK LIGHT. The . indicator appears on the screen. To cancel, press BACK LIGHT again. During back light function The backlight function will be canceled when you press MANUAL (p. 63) in EXPOSURE or SPOT METER (p. 64).
Recording a picture Using NightShot Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, then slide NIGHTSHOT to ON. The indicator and “NIGHTSHOT” flash on the screen. To cancel NightShot, slide NIGHTSHOT to OFF. Recording – Basics Notes •Do not use the NightShot function in bright places (e.g. outdoors in the daytime). This may cause your camcorder to malfunction. •When you keep NIGHTSHOT set to ON in normal recording, the picture may be recorded in incorrect or unnatural colors.
Recording a picture Using the NightShot Light The picture will be clearer with the NightShot Light on. To activate NightShot Light, set N.S.LIGHT to ON in the menu settings (p. 185). (The default setting is ON.) NightShot Light NightShot Light rays are infrared and so are invisible. The maximum shooting distance using the NightShot Light is about 3 m (10 feet). Using Color Slow Shutter Color Slow Shutter enables you to record color images in a dark place.
Recording a picture Self-timer recording Recording automatically starts in 10 seconds after you set the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. Recording – Basics (1) In standby, press FN and select PAGE2 (p. 22). (2) Press SELFTIMER. (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen. The (3) Press START/STOP. The self-timer starts counting down from 10 with a beep sound. In the last two seconds of the countdown, the beep sound gets faster, then recording starts automatically.
Checking the recording – END SEARCH/EDITSEARCH/Rec Review You can use these buttons to check the recorded picture or shot so that the transition between the last recorded scene and the next scene you record is smooth. 1 FN EDIT END SEARCH You can go to the end of the recorded section after you record. (1) In standby, press FN to display PAGE1 (p. 22). (2) Press END SCH. The last five seconds of the recorded section are played back and your camcorder returns to standby.
Checking the recording — END SEARCH/EDITSEARCH/Rec Review EDITSEARCH You can search for the next recording start point. + : to go forward 7/– : to go backward Release 7/– · + to stop playback. If you press START/STOP, re-recording begins from the point you released 7/– · +. You cannot monitor the sound. Recording – Basics (1) In standby, press FN to display PAGE1 (p. 22). (p. 186). (2) Press MENU, then set EDITSEARCH to ON in (3) Hold down the 7/– · + side of EDIT. The recorded section is played back.
— Playback – Basics — Playing back a tape You can monitor the recorded tape etc. on the LCD screen. If you close the LCD panel, you can monitor the playback picture in the viewfinder. You can also control playback using the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Prepare the power source and insert the recorded tape. Set the POWER switch to VCR while pressing the small green button. Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. to rewind the tape. Press Press to start playback.
Playing back a tape When monitoring on the LCD screen You can turn the LCD panel over and move it back to the camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out. Playback – Basics If you leave the power on for a long time Your camcorder gets warm. This is not a malfunction. When you open or close the LCD panel Make sure that the LCD panel is set vertically.
Playing back a tape Using the touch panel (1) In playback, press FN and select PAGE2 (p. 22). (2) Press DATA CODE. DATACODE OFF OK CAM DATA DATE DATA (3) Select CAM DATA or DATE DATA, then press (4) Press EXIT. OK. Using the Remote Commander Press the DATA CODE button on the Remote Commander in playback.
Playing back a tape Remaining battery time indicator during playback The indicator indicates the approximate continuous playback time. The indicator may not be correct, depending on the conditions in which you are playing back. When you close the LCD panel and open it again, it takes about one minute for the correct remaining battery time to be displayed. Various playback modes Playback – Basics To operate video control buttons, set the POWER switch to VCR.
Playing back a tape Video control buttons Marks on your camcorder are different from those on the Remote Commander supplied with your camcorder.
Viewing the recording on TV Connect your camcorder to your TV with the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder to watch the playback pictures on the TV screen. You can operate the playback control buttons in the same way as when you view playback pictures on the LCD screen. When viewing the playback picture on the TV screen, we recommend that you power your camcorder from a wall outlet using the AC power adaptor (p. 18). Refer to the operating instructions of your TV.
— Advanced Recording Operations — Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during recording on a tape You can record still images on a “Memory Stick” in tape recording or tape recording standby. You can also record still images on a tape (p. 47). Before operation • Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. • Set PHOTO REC to MEMORY in the menu settings. (The default setting is MEMORY.) (1) In standby, keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears. The CAPTURE indicator appears.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during recording on a tape “Memory Stick” For details, see page 113 for more information. Image size of still images Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480. When you want to record still images in different sizes, use the Memory Photo recording function (p. 122). During and after recording still images on a “Memory Stick” Your camcorder continues recording on tape.
Recording still images on a “Memory Stick” during recording on a tape Self-timer memory photo recording You can record still images on a “Memory Stick” with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation • Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. • Set PHOTO REC to MEMORY in the menu settings. (The default setting is MEMORY.) (1) In standby, press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press SELFTIMER. (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen.
Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording You can record still images such as photographs. You can record about 510 images in the SP mode and about 765 images in the LP mode on a 60-minute tape. You can also record still images on a “Memory Stick” (p. 44, 122). 3 CAPTURE Advanced Recording Operations (1) In standby, press FN to display PAGE1. (p. 186). (2) Press MENU, then set PHOTO REC to TAPE in (3) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly until a still image appears. The CAPTURE indicator appears.
Recording a still image on a tape – Tape Photo recording If you record a moving subject with the tape photo recording function When you play back the still image on other equipment, the image may fluctuate. When you press PHOTO on the Remote Commander Your camcorder immediately records the image that is on the screen when you press the button. To record still images on a tape during tape recording You cannot check an image on the screen by pressing PHOTO lightly. Press PHOTO deeper.
Adjusting the white balance manually You can manually adjust and set the white balance. This adjustment makes white subjects look white and allows more natural color balance. Normally white balance is automatically adjusted. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, then press FN to display PAGE1. (p. 185).
Adjusting the white balance manually If the picture is being taken in a studio lit by TV lighting We recommend that you record in the n INDOOR mode. When you record under fluorescent lighting Use the AUTO or HOLD mode. Your camcorder may not adjust the white balance correctly in the n INDOOR mode. In the automatic white balance mode Point your camcorder at the white subject for about 10 seconds after setting the POWER switch to CAMERA to get better adjustment when: – You detach the battery for replacement.
Using the wide mode You can record a 16:9 wide picture to watch on the 16:9 wide-screen TV (16:9WIDE). Black bands appear on the screen during recording in 16:9WIDE mode [a]. The picture during playing back on a normal TV [b] or a wide-screen TV [c] are compressed in the widthwise direction. If you set the screen mode of the wide-screen TV to the full mode, you can watch pictures of normal images [d]. [b] [a] 16:9WIDE (1) In standby, press FN to display PAGE1.
Using the wide mode Connection for a TV Pictures recorded in the 16:9WIDE mode automatically appear on the TV screen at full size when: – You connect your camcorder to a TV that is compatible with the video ID (ID-1/ID-2) system. – You connect your camcorder to the S video jack on the TV. ID-1 system The ID-1 system sends aspect ratio information (16:9, 4:3, or letter box) with video signals. If you connect a TV compatible with the ID-1 system, the screen size is automatically selected.
Using the fader function You can fade in or out to give your recording a professional appearance. [a] STBY REC NORM. FADER (normal) Advanced Recording Operations MOSC.FADER (mosaic) BOUNCE1) 2) OVERLAP2) WIPE2) DOT2) [b] STBY REC MONOTONE When fading in, the picture gradually changes from black-and-white to color. When fading out the picture gradually changes from color to black-and-white. 1) 2) You can use BOUNCE when D ZOOM is set to OFF in the menu settings. Fade in only.
Using the fader function (1) To fade in [a] In standby, press FN to display PAGE1. To fade out [b] In recording, press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press FADER. The screen to select the fader mode appears. (3) Select a desired mode. OK to return to PAGE1, and press EXIT to return to FN. (4) Press The fader indicator you selected flashes. (5) Press START/STOP. After the fade in/out is carried out, your camcorder automatically returns to the normal mode. 1 FN 2~4 FADER FADER OFF OK NORM. MOSC.
Using the fader function While using BOUNCE, you cannot use the following functions: – Exposure – Flexible Spot Meter – Focus – Zoom – Picture effect During MPEG movie recording You cannot use the fader function.
Using special effects – Picture effect You can digitally process images to obtain special effects like those in movies or on the TV. NEG. ART [a] : SEPIA : B&W : SOLARIZE [b] : PASTEL [c] : MOSAIC [d] : The color and brightness of the picture are reversed. The picture is sepia. The picture is monochrome (black-and-white). The light intensity is clearer, and the picture looks like an illustration. The contrast of the picture is emphasized, and the picture looks like an animated cartoon.
Using special effects – Digital effect You can add special effects to recorded pictures using the various digital functions. The sound is recorded normally. STILL You can record a still image so that it is superimposed on a moving picture. FLASH (FLASH MOTION) You can record still images successively at regular intervals. TRAIL You can record a picture so that an incidental image like a trail is left. SLOW SHTR (SLOW SHUTTER) You can slow down the shutter speed.
Using special effects – Digital effect (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA, then press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press DIG EFFT. The screen to select a desired digital effect mode appears. (3) Press a desired digital effect mode. In STILL and LUMI., the still image is stored in memory. (4) Press –/+ to adjust the effect. Items to adjust STILL The rate of the still image you want to superimpose on the moving picture FLASH The interval of flash motion LUMI.
Using special effects – Digital effect When you change the POWER switch to other than CAMERA The digital effect will be automatically canceled. When recording in the slow shutter mode Auto focus may not be effective. Focus manually using a tripod.
Using the PROGRAM AE You can select PROGRAM AE (Auto Exposure) mode to suit your specific shooting requirements. SPOTLIGHT (Spotlight) This mode prevents people’s faces, for example, from appearing excessively white when shooting subjects lit by strong light in the theater. PORTRAIT (Soft portrait) This mode brings out the subject while creating a soft background for subjects such as people or flowers. SPORTS (Sports lesson) This mode minimizes shake on fast-moving subjects such as in tennis or golf.
Using the PROGRAM AE (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, then press FN to display PAGE1. (p. 185). (2) Press MENU, then set PROGRAM AE to the desired mode in 1 FN MANUAL SET PROGRAM AE P EFFECT FLASH MODE FLASH LVL WHT BAL N. S. LIGHT AUTO SHTR EXIT AUTO SPOTLIGHT PORTRAIT SPORTS BEACH&SKI SUNSETMOON LANDSCAPE EXEC RET. Advanced Recording Operations 2 To return to FN Press EXIT. To turn the PROGRAM AE off Select AUTO in PROGRAM AE in the menu settings.
Using the PROGRAM AE While WHT BAL is set to AUTO in the menu settings The white balance is adjusted even if the PROGRAM AE is selected. You can adjust the following functions while using the PROGRAM AE: – Exposure – Flexible Spot Meter If you record under a discharge tube such as a fluorescent lamp, sodium lamp or mercury lamp Flickering or changes in color may occur in the following modes.
Adjusting the exposure manually You can adjust and set the exposure. Normally the exposure is automatically adjusted. Adjust the exposure manually in the following cases: – The subject is backlit – To shoot a bright subject against a background – To record dark pictures (e.g. night scenes) faithfully 1 FN 2~5 EXPO– SURE OK AUTO MANU– AL OK AUTO MANU– AL EXPOSURE – EXPOSURE – + Advanced Recording Operations (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, then press FN to display PAGE1.
Using the spot light-metering function – Flexible Spot Meter You can take a picture with the appropriate exposure automatically for just the point you want to focus on and with its exposure fixed. Use the Flexible Spot Meter function in the following cases: – The subject is backlit. – When there is strong contrast between the subject and background such as with a subject that is on stage and lit by a spotlight. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, then press FN to display PAGE1.
Focusing manually You can gain better results by manually adjusting the focus in the following cases. Normally, focus is automatically adjusted.
Using the spot focus function – Spot Focus You can take a picture with the appropriate focus automatically for just the point you want to focus on and with its focus fixed. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY, then press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press SPOT FOCUS. The SPOT FOCUS screen appears. (3) Press the desired area in the frame on the LCD screen. The SPOT FOCUS indicator flashes on the LCD screen. The focus of the point you selected is adjusted. OK to return to PAGE1.
Interval recording You can make a time-lapse recording by setting the camcorder to automatically record and standby sequentially. You can achieve an excellent recording for flowering, emergence, etc. with this function. Example 1s [a] 1s 9 min 59 s 9 min 59 s [a] [b] [b] 10 min 10 min [b] INTERVAL (1) In standby, press FN to display PAGE1. (2) Press MENU, then set INT. REC to SET in , then press EXEC (p. 186). (3) Set INTERVAL and REC TIME. 1 Press r/R to select INTERVAL, then press EXEC.
Interval recording (4) Set INT. REC to ON, then press EXEC. (5) Press EXIT to return to FN. The INTERVAL indicator flashes on the screen. (6) Press START/STOP to start interval recording. The INTERVAL indicator lights up. 4 CAMERA SET D ZOOM PHOTO REC 16 : 9W I DE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC I NT. REC ON EDITSEARCH EXEC EXIT RET. To cancel the interval recording Perform either of the following: – Set INT. REC to OFF in the menu settings. – Set the POWER switch to other than CAMERA.
Frame by frame recording – Frame recording You can make a recording with a stop-motion animated effect using frame recording. To create this effect, alternately move the subject a little and make a frame recording. We recommend that you use a tripod, and operate the camcorder using the Remote Commander after step 4. 1 FN 2 CAMERA SET D ZOOM PHOTO REC 16 : 9WIDE STEADYSHOT FRAME REC INT. REC EDITSEARCH Advanced Recording Operations (1) In standby, press FN to display PAGE1.
Using the viewfinder Pull out the viewfinder until it clicks, and then turn the LCD panel over and move it back to your camcorder body with the LCD screen facing out. You can operate with the touch panel using the viewfinder. Use the viewfinder in the following case: When operating camera brightness and the fader (only in CAMERA) on the touch panel using the viewfinder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or MEMORY.
Using the viewfinder Notes •Do not touch the LCD screen with wet hands. •Do not press the LCD screen with sharp objects such as a pen. •In VCR or memory playback, you cannot operate with the touch panel using the viewfinder. To operate the items that are not displayed Set the LCD screen and the viewfinder back to the previous position. Operate the items using the LCD screen. Available recording time This is the time when you record pictures using the viewfinder (p. 16).
— Advanced Playback Operations — Playing back a tape with picture effect During playback, you can process a scene using the picture effect functions: NEG.ART, SEPIA, B&W and SOLARIZE. (1) In playback or playback pause, press FN to display PAGE1. (p. 185). (2) Press MENU, then set P EFFECT to the desired mode in See page 56 for details of each picture effect function. 1 FN 2 MANUAL SET P EFFECT EXIT OFF NEG. ART SEPIA B&W SOLARIZE EXEC RET. To return to FN Press EXIT.
Playing back a tape with digital effect During playback, you can process a scene using the digital effect functions: STILL, FLASH, LUMI. and TRAIL. (1) In playback or playback pause, press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press DIG EFFT. The screen to select a desired digital effect mode appears. (3) Select a desired digital effect mode. In STILL or LUMI., the picture that you select the mode to is stored in memory as a still image. (4) Press –/+ to adjust the effect. See page 58 for details.
Enlarging images recorded on tapes – Tape PB ZOOM You can enlarge playback images recorded on tapes. Besides the operation described here, your camcorder can enlarge still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s (p. 154). (1) In playback or playback pause, press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press PB ZOOM. The PB ZOOM screen appears. (3) Press the area you want to enlarge in the frame on the PB ZOOM screen.
Enlarging images recorded on tapes – Tape PB ZOOM The PB ZOOM function is automatically canceled when you operate the following functions: – Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE). – Stop playing back. – Insert a “Memory Stick.” Images in PB ZOOM Images in the PB ZOOM mode are not output through the DV Interface and jack. (USB) Edge of the enlarged image The edge of the enlarged image cannot be displayed at the center of the screen.
Quickly locating a scene – ZERO SET MEMORY Your camcorder automatically searches for a desired scene having a tape counter value of “0:00:00”. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) In playback, press DISPLAY on the Remote Commander if the counter is not on the screen. (2) Press ZERO SET MEMORY on the Remote Commander at the point you want to locate later. The tape counter shows “0:00:00” and the ZERO SET MEMORY indicator flashes. (3) Press x when you want to stop playback.
Searching the boundaries of recorded tape by title – TITLE SEARCH If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can search for the boundaries of a recorded tape by title. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Before operation Set CM SEARCH to ON in the menu settings. (The default setting is ON.) 2 TITLE SEARCH SEARCH MODE 1 2 3 4 5 6 HELLO! CONGRATULATIONS! HAPPY NEW YEAR! PRESENT GOOD MORNING WEDDING 3 Advanced Playback Operations (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
Searching a recording by date – DATE SEARCH Your camcorder automatically searches for the point where the recording date changes and starts playback from that point (DATE SEARCH). Use a tape with cassette memory for convenience. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Use this function to check where recording dates change or to edit the tape at each recording date.
Searching a recording by date – DATE SEARCH Note If one day’s recording is less than two minutes, your camcorder may not accurately find the point where the recording date changes. If a tape has a blank portion between recorded sections DATE SEARCH may not work correctly. Cassette memory The tape cassette memory can hold six recording date data. If you search the date among seven or more data, see “Searching for the date without using cassette memory.
Searching for a photo – PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN You can search for a still image you have recorded on a tape (PHOTO SEARCH). You can also search for still images one after another and display each image for five seconds automatically regardless of the cassette memory (PHOTO SCAN). Use the Remote Commander for these operations. Use this function to check or edit still images.
Searching for a photo – PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN Searching for a photo without using cassette memory (1) (2) (3) (4) To stop searching Press x on the Remote Commander or on your camcorder. Scanning photo (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press SEARCH MODE on the Remote Commander repeatedly, until the PHOTO SCAN indicator appears. The indicator changes as follows: DATE SEARCH t PHOTO SEARCH (no indicator) T PHOTO SCAN (3) Press . or > on the Remote Commander.
Searching for a photo – PHOTO SEARCH/PHOTO SCAN If a tape has a blank portion between recorded sections PHOTO SEARCH and PHOTO SCAN may not work correctly. The available number of photos that can be searched using the cassette memory The available number is up to 12 photos. However, you can search 13 photos or more using the photo scan function.
— Editing — Dubbing a tape Using the A/V connecting cable You can dub or edit on the VCR connected to your camcorder using your camcorder as a player. Connect your camcorder to the VCR using the A/V connecting cable supplied with your camcorder. Before operation •Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.
Dubbing a tape If your VCR has an S video jack Pictures can be reproduced more faithfully by using an S video cable (optional). With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the VCR. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures. Using the i.LINK cable Simply connect the i.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto a tape without operating the VCR. Scenes can be selected by frame. You can set up to 20 programs. Your camcorder can dub on “Memory Stick”s. See page 143 for more information. Unwanted scene Unwanted scene Switch the order Editing Before operating the Digital program editing on tapes recorded on other equipment Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Connecting to the VCR (p. 85).
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Step 2: Setting the VCR to operate with the A/V connecting cable To edit using the VCR, send the control signal by infrared rays to the remote sensor on the VCR. When you connect using the A/V connecting cable, follow the procedures below, (1) to (4), to send the control signal correctly. (1) Setting the IR SETUP code 1 Set the POWER switch to VCR on your camcorder.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) 3 FN 4 EXEC 5 EXIT OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER D I SPL AY V I DEO ED I T RETURN TAPE MEMORY EXEC RET. 6 V I DEO ED I T MARK IN START 0:32:30:14 ED I T SET UNDO Editing EXIT OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER D I SPL AY V I DEO ED I T READY TOTAL 0:00:00:00 SCENE 0 END RET.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) About the IR SETUP code The IR SETUP code is stored in the memory of your camcorder. Be sure to set the correct code, depending on your VCR. Default setting is code number 3. Brand IR SETUP code Brand IR SETUP code * TV/VCR component Note on the IR SETUP code Digital program editing is not possible if the VCR does not support IR SETUP codes.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) (2) Setting the modes to cancel the recording pause on the VCR 1 Press r/R to select PAUSEMODE, then press EXEC. 2 Press r/R to select the mode to cancel recording pause on the VCR, then press EXEC. The correct button depends on your VCR. Refer to the operating instructions of your VCR. 1 2 EXEC END RET.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) (4) Confirming the VCR operation 1 Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set the VCR to recording pause. 2 Press r/R to select IR TEST, then press EXEC. 3 Press r/R to select EXECUTE, then press EXEC. If the VCR starts recording, the setting is correct. The indicator you selected to cancel recording pause on the VCR flashes on the LCD screen. When finished, the indicator changes to COMPLETE.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) 3 FN 4 RET. EXEC 7,8 V I DEO ED I T ED I T SET IR CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT - I N” ”CUT -OUT” I R SETUP PAUSEMODE I R TEST EXEC 5 EXIT OTHERS DATA CODE BEEP COMMANDER D I SPL AY V I DEO ED I T RETURN TAPE MEMORY RET. EXEC 6 V I DEO ED I T MARK IN START V I DEO ED I T ED I T SET IR CONTROL i. L I NK ADJ TEST ”CUT - I N” ”CUT -OUT” I R SETUP PAUSEMODE I R TEST EXEC END RET. END RET. V I DEO ED I T ED I T SET IR CONTROL i.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Step 3: Adjusting the synchronization of the VCR You can adjust the synchronization of your camcorder and the VCR. Prepare a pen and paper for notes. Before operation, eject a cassette from your camcorder (if inserted). (1) Insert a recordable tape into the VCR, then set the VCR to recording pause. When you select i.LINK in CONTROL, the recording pause is not necessary. (2) Press r/R to select ADJ TEST, then press EXEC.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) 2,3 6,7 END V I DEO ED I T ED I T SET CONTROL ADJ TEST ”CUT - I N” ”CUT -OUT” I R SETUP PAUSEMODE I R TEST RETURN EXECUTE ENGAGE REC PAUSE END V I DEO ED I T RET. EXEC ED I T SET CONTROL EXECUT I NG ADJ TEST ”CUT - I N” No. 2 ”CUT -OUT” IN I R SETUP PAUSEMODE +215 I R TEST 0 EXEC END V I DEO ED I T ED I T SET RET.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Operation 1: Making the Program (1) Insert the tape for playback into your camcorder, and insert a tape for recording into the VCR. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU, then select VIDEO EDIT in , then press EXEC (p. 192). (4) Press r/R to select TAPE, then press EXEC. (5) Search for the beginning of the first scene you want to insert using the video control buttons on the LCD screen, then pause playback. You can fine-adjust / .
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Erasing the program you have set Erase OUT mark first, and then IN mark of the last program. (1) Press UNDO. (2) Press ERASE 1 MARK. The last set program mark flashes, then DELETE ? appears. (3) Press EXEC. The last set program is deleted. To cancel erasing Press CANCEL in step 3. Erasing all programs Press MENU, then select VIDEO EDIT in , then press EXEC (p. 192). Press r/R to select TAPE, then press EXEC. Press UNDO. Press ERASE ALL.
Dubbing only desired scenes – Digital program editing (on tapes) Operation 2: Performing Digital program editing (Dubbing a tape) Make sure your camcorder and the VCR are connected, and that the VCR is set to recording pause. When you use an i.LINK cable the following procedure is not necessary. When you use a digital video camera recorder, set the power switch of VCR to VCR/ VTR. (1) (2) (3) (4) Press MENU, then select VIDEO EDIT in , then press EXEC (p. 192). Press r/R to select TAPE, then press EXEC.
Recording video or TV programs Using the A/V connecting cable You can record a tape from another VCR or a TV program from a TV that has video/ audio outputs. Use your camcorder as a recorder. Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) 3 PAGE1 PAGE2 PAGE3 EXIT Editing (1) Insert a blank tape (or a tape you want to record over) into your camcorder. If you are recording a tape from the VCR, insert a recorded tape into the VCR.
Recording video or TV programs If your TV or VCR has an S video jack Pictures can be reproduced more faithfully by using an S video cable (optional). With this connection, you do not need to connect the yellow (video) plug of the A/V connecting cable. Connect an S video cable (optional) to the S video jacks of both your camcorder and the TV or VCR. This connection produces higher quality DV format pictures. Using the i.LINK cable Simply connect the i.
Recording video or TV programs When you have finished dubbing a tape Press x on both your camcorder and the VCR. You can connect one VCR only using the i.LINK cable. See page 206 for more information about i.LINK. When you dub a picture in digital form The color of the display may be uneven. However, this does not affect the dubbed picture. If you record a paused playback picture with the DV Interface The recorded picture becomes rough.
Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert editing You can insert a new scene from a VCR onto your originally recorded tape by specifying the insert start and end points. Use the Remote Commander for this operation. Connections are the same as on page 97 or 98 . Insert a cassette containing the desired scene to insert into the VCR. [a] [A] [b] [c] [B] [C] [A]: A tape that contains the scene to be superimposed [B]: A tape before editing [C]: A tape after editing (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR.
Inserting a scene from a VCR – Insert editing 4 0:00:00 ZERO SET MEMORY 5,6 ZERO SET MEMORY REC CTRL RET. FN REC PAUSE REC START Editing To change the insert end point Press ZERO SET MEMORY again after step 5 to erase the ZERO SET MEMORY indicator and begin from step 3. Note The picture and sound recorded on the section between the insert start and end points will be erased when you insert the new scene.
Audio dubbing You can record additional audio to the original sound on a tape by connecting audio equipment or a microphone. If you connect the audio equipment, you can add sound to your tape already recorded in the 12-bit mode by specifying starting and ending points. The original sound will not be erased. Select one of the following connections to add additional audio.
Audio dubbing Connecting the A/V connecting cable to the A/V jack A/V Audio equipment AUDIO L LINE OUT L R Red Editing White Do not connect the video (yellow) plug. AUDIO R A/V connecting cable (supplied) : Signal flow Dubbing with the built-in microphones No connection is necessary. Note When dubbing with the A/V jack or the built-in microphone, pictures are not output through the S VIDEO jack or A/V jack. Check the recorded picture on the screen.
Audio dubbing Adding an audio sound on a recorded tape Choose a connection mentioned before, and connect audio equipment or microphone to your camcorder. Then follow the procedure below. (1) Insert your recorded tape into your camcorder. (2) Set the POWER switch to VCR. to start playing back. To pause (3) Locate the recording start point. Press playing back, press at the recording start point. You can fine adjust the / . recording start point by pressing (4) Press FN, then select PAGE3.
Audio dubbing Monitoring the new recorded sound (1) Play back the tape on which you added audio. (2) Select AUDIO MIX in in the menu settings, then press EXEC (p. 187). VCR SET H i F i SOUND AUD I O M I X A/VcDV OUTST1 r R EXEC EXIT ST2 RET. About five minutes after you disconnect the power source or remove the battery pack, the setting of AUDIO MIX returns to the original sound (ST1) only. The default setting is original sound only.
Superimposing a title If you use a tape with cassette memory, you can superimpose the title. When you play back the tape, the title is displayed for about five seconds from the point where you superimposed it. VACATION (1) In standby, recording, playback or playback pause, press FN to display PAGE1. , then press EXEC. (p. 190) (2) Press MENU, then select TITLE in , and then press EXEC. (3) Press r/R to select (4) Press r/R to select a desired title, and then press EXEC.
Superimposing a title If you set the write-protect tab to lock You cannot superimpose or erase the title. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection. To use the custom title If you want to use the custom title, select in step 3. On a blank portion of the tape You cannot superimpose a title on the tape. If the tape has a blank portion in the middle of the recorded parts The title may not be displayed correctly.
Superimposing a title Erasing a title (1) (2) (3) (4) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. Press FN to display PAGE1. , then press EXEC (p. 190). Press MENU, then select TITLEERASE in Select the title you want to erase with r/R, and then press EXEC. ERASE OK? appears. (5) Make sure the title is the one you want to erase, and press OK. ERASING flashes on the screen. When the title is erased, COMPLETE is displayed.
Making your own titles You can make up to two titles and store them in the memory of your camcorder. Each title can have up to 20 characters. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. Press FN to display PAGE1. , then press EXEC (p. 190). Press MENU, then select TITLE in with r/R, and press EXEC. Select Select CUSTOM1 SET or CUSTOM2 SET with r/R, and press EXEC. Select the desired character. Repeat pressing a key to select the desired character on the key.
Making your own titles If you take five minutes or longer to enter characters in tape recording standby while a cassette is in your camcorder The power automatically goes off. The characters you have entered remain stored in memory. Set the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE) once and then to CAMERA again, then start again from step 1. We recommend setting the POWER switch to VCR or removing the cassette so that your camcorder does not automatically turn off while you are entering title characters.
Labeling a cassette If you use a cassette with cassette memory, you can label a cassette. The label can consist of up to 10 characters and is stored in cassette memory. When you insert the labeled cassette and set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR, the label is displayed for about five seconds. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Insert the cassette you want to label. Set the POWER switch to CAMERA or VCR. Press FN to display PAGE1. Press MENU, then select TAPE TITLE in , then press EXEC (p. 190).
Labeling a cassette If you set the write-protect tab to lock You cannot label the cassette. Slide the write-protect tab to release the write protection. If the cassette has too many index signals You may not be able to label a cassette because the memory is full. In this case, delete data you do not need. If you have superimposed titles in the cassette When the label is displayed, up to four titles also appear. When the “-----” indicator has fewer than 10 spaces The cassette memory is full.
— “Memory Stick” Operations — Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction You can record and play back images on a “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder. You can easily play back, record or delete images. You can exchange image data with other equipment such as your computer etc., using the USB cable for “Memory Stick” supplied with your camcorder. File format Still image (JPEG) Your camcorder compresses image data in JPEG format (extension .jpg).
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction “Memory Stick”s formatted by a computer “Memory Stick”s formatted by Windows OS or Macintosh computers do not have a guaranteed compatibility with this camcorder. Notes on image data compatibility •Image data files recorded on “Memory Stick”s by your camcorder conform with the Design Rules for Camera File Systems universal standard established by the JEITA (Japan Electronics and Information Technology Industries Association).
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Inserting a “Memory Stick” Insert a “Memory Stick” in the “Memory Stick” slot as far as it can go with the B mark facing up as illustrated. Access lamp “Memory Stick” slot Slide MEMORY EJECT in the direction of the arrow.
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Using a touch panel Operation buttons for most functions using a “Memory Stick” are displayed on the LCD screen. Press the LCD panel directly to operate each function. (Touch panel operation) (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press OPEN to open the LCD panel. Operation buttons appear on the LCD screen. You can switch the memory playback or memory camera mode by pressing PLAY/CAM. (3) Press FN.
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction To return to FN Press EXIT. To execute settings Press OK. To cancel settings Press OFF to return to PAGE1/PAGE2/PAGE3. When executing each item The green bar appears above the item. If the items are not available The color of the items changes to gray. “Memory Stick” Operations Notes •When using the touch panel, press operation buttons with your thumb supporting the LCD screen from the back side of it or press those buttons lightly with your index finger.
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Selecting still image quality mode You can select the image quality mode in still image recording. The default setting is SUPER FINE. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY or VCR. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. , then press EXEC (p. 188). (3) Press MENU, then select STILL SET in (4) Press r/R to select QUALITY, then press EXEC. (5) Press r/R to select a desired image quality, then press EXEC.
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Differences in image quality mode Recorded images are compressed in JPEG format before being stored in memory. The memory capacity allocated to each image varies depending on the selected image quality mode and image size. Details are shown in the table below. (You can select 1152 × 864 or 640 × 480 image size in the menu settings.
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Selecting the image size You can select either of two image sizes Still images: 1152 × 864 or 640 × 480 (When the POWER switch is set to CAMERA or VCR, the image size is automatically set to 640 × 480.) The default setting is 1152 × 864. Moving pictures: 320 × 240 or 160 × 112 The default setting is 320 × 240. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1.
Using a “Memory Stick” – Introduction Image size settings Setting Meaning Indicator 1152 × 864 Records 1152 × 864 still images. 1152 640 × 480 Records 640 × 480 still images. 640 320 × 240 Records 320 × 240 moving pictures. 160 × 112 Records 160 × 112 moving pictures.
Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s – Memory photo recording You can record still images on “Memory Stick”s. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Keep pressing PHOTO lightly. The green z mark stops flashing, then lights up. The brightness of the image and the focus are adjusted and fixed while your camcorder targets at the middle of the image.
Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s – Memory photo recording You can record still images on “Memory Stick”s in tape recording or tape recording standby For the details, see page 44. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: – Wide mode – Digital zoom – SteadyShot function – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter – Fader – Picture effect – Digital effect – Title – SPORTS of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.
Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s – Memory photo recording Recording images continuously You can record still images continuously. Before recording, select one of the three modes described below in the menu settings. NORMAL [a] Your camcorder shoots up to four still images in 1152 × 864 size or 13 still images in 640 ) × 480 size at about 0.5 sec intervals. ( EXP BRKTG Your camcorder automatically shoots three images at about 0.5 sec intervals at different exposures.
Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s – Memory photo recording (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU, then select STILL SET in , then press EXEC (p. 188). (4) Press r/R to select BURST, then press EXEC. (5) Press r/R to select a desired setting, then press EXEC. (6) Press EXIT to make the menu settings disappear. (7) Press PHOTO deeper.
Recording still images on “Memory Stick”s – Memory photo recording Self-timer memory photo recording You can record images on “Memory Stick”s with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press FN and select PAGE2. (3) Press SELFTIMER in standby. (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen. The (4) Press PHOTO deeper.
Recording an image from a tape as a still image Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also take in moving picture data through the input connector and record it as a still image on a “Memory Stick.” Before operation •Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder. •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. 3 640 SFN 1 / 12 CAPTURE FN 4 2 640 “Memory Stick” Operations (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. .
Recording an image from a tape as a still image If you press PHOTO lightly in playback The cassette stops momentarily. Sound recorded on a tape You cannot record audio from a tape. Titles which have already been recorded on tapes You cannot record the titles on “Memory Stick”s. The title does not appear while you are recording a still image with PHOTO. Recording date/time The date/time when it is recorded on a “Memory Stick” is recorded. Various settings are not recorded.
Recording an image from a tape as a still image Recording a still image from other equipment Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Play back the recorded tape, or turn the TV on to see the desired program. The image of the other equipment is displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (3) At the point where you want to record, follow the steps 3 and 4 on page 127.
Recording an image from a tape as a still image Using the i.LINK cable DV DV OUT DV : Signal flow i.LINK cable (optional) Note In the following instances “ REC ERROR” appears and recording cannot be carried out. Record distortion-free images: – When recording from a tape in poor condition, for example, a tape worn out from repeated dubbing. – When attempting to input images distorted by radio wave interference, emanating from a TV tuner, radio set, etc.
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX You can superimpose a still image you have recorded on a “Memory Stick” on top of the moving picture you are recording. You can record the superimposed images on a tape or a “Memory Stick.” (However, you can record only superimposed still images on the “Memory Stick.”) M. CHROM (Memory Chromakey) You can swap only the blue area of a still image such as an illustration or a frame with a moving picture. M.
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX Recording a superimposed image to tape Before operation •Insert a tape for recording into your camcorder. •Insert a “Memory Stick” recorded with still images into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to CAMERA. (2) In standby, press FN and select PAGE2. (3) Press MEM MIX. The last image recorded on the “Memory Stick” appears on the right lower part of the screen.
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX 3 MEM MIX OFF MCCAM OVER– LUMI LAP MEM MIX OK CAMCM MCCAM CHROM CHROM Still image 100–0001 – 4,5 – MEM MIX OFF + 6 FN OK M. LUMI – 2 + 100–0001 + – + MEM MIX OFF – + OK M. LUMI – 100–0001 + – + Press –/+ on the right lower corner before step 6. To cancel MEMORY MIX Follow the steps 2 and 3 on page 132, then press OFF to return to PAGE2.
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX Recording a superimposed image to “Memory Stick” as a still image Before operation Insert a recorded “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) In standby, press FN and select PAGE2. (3) Press MEM MIX. The last image recorded on the “Memory Stick” appears on the left corner of the screen.
Superimposing a still image in the “Memory Stick” on an image – MEMORY MIX 3 MEM MIX OFF MCCAM LUMI MEM MIX OK CAMCM MCCAM CHROM CHROM Still image 100–0001 – 4,5 – MEM MIX OFF + 6 FN OK M. LUMI – 2 + + 100–0001 – + MEM MIX OFF – + OK M. LUMI – + 100–0001 – + Press –/+ on the right lower corner before step 6. To cancel MEMORY MIX Follow the steps 2 and 3 on page 134, then press OFF to return to PAGE2.
Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s – MPEG movie recording You can record moving pictures with sound on “Memory Stick”s. The picture and sound are recorded up to the full capacity of “Memory Stick” (MPEG MOVIE EX). Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press START/STOP. Your camcorder starts recording.
Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s – MPEG movie recording Note Sound is recorded in monaural. When the POWER switch is set to MEMORY The following functions do not work: – Wide mode – Digital zoom – SteadyShot function – Super NightShot – Color Slow Shutter – Fader – Picture effect – Digital effect – Title – SPORTS of PROGRAM AE (The indicator flashes.) Recording date/time The date/time are not displayed during recording. However, they are automatically recorded onto the “Memory Stick”.
Recording moving pictures on “Memory Stick”s – MPEG movie recording Self-timer MPEG movie recording You can record images on “Memory Stick”s with the self-timer. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press FN and select PAGE2. (3) Press SELFTIMER in standby. (self-timer) indicator appears on the screen. The (4) Press START/STOP.
Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Your camcorder can read moving picture data recorded on a tape and record it as a moving picture on a “Memory Stick.” Your camcorder can also take in moving picture data through the input connector and record it as a moving picture on a “Memory Stick.” Before operation •Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder. •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. . The picture recorded on the tape is played back.
Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture When the access lamp is lit or flashing Do not shake or strike the unit. As well do not turn the power off, eject a “Memory Stick” or remove the battery pack. Otherwise, the image data breakdown may occur. Titles have already recorded on tapes You cannot record the titles on “Memory Stick”s. The title does not appear while you are recording a moving picture with START/STOP.
Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Recording a moving picture from other equipment Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Play back the recorded tape, or turn the TV on to see the desired program. The image of the other equipment is displayed on the LCD screen or in the viewfinder. (3) Follow the procedure on page 139 from the step 3 onwards at the point where you want to start recording.
Recording a picture from a tape as a moving picture Using the i.LINK cable DV DV OUT DV i.LINK cable (optional) : Signal flow Note In the following instances “ REC ERROR” appears and recording is canceled: – When recording from a tape in poor condition, for example, a tape worn out from repeated dubbing. – When attempting to input images distorted by radio wave interference, emanating from a TV tuner, radio set, etc. – When the input signal is cut off.
Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s) You can duplicate selected scenes (programs) for editing onto “Memory Stick”s. Making the program “Memory Stick” Operations (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Insert the tape for playback, and a “Memory Stick” for recording into your camcorder. (3) Press FN to display PAGE1. , then press EXEC (p. 192). (4) Press MENU, then select VIDEO EDIT in (5) Press r/R to select MEMORY, then press EXEC.
Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s) Erasing the program you have set Erase OUT first and then IN from of the last program. (1) Press UNDO. (2) Press ERASE 1 MARK. The last set program mark flashes, then DELETE ? appears. (3) Press EXEC. The last set program is deleted. To cancel erasing Press CANCEL in step 3. Erasing all programs (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Press MENU, then select VIDEO EDIT in , then press EXEC (p. 192).
Recording edited pictures from a tape as a moving picture – Digital program editing (on “Memory Stick”s) Performing the program (Dubbing a “Memory Stick”) (1) (2) (3) (4) Press MENU, then select VIDEO EDIT in , then press EXEC (p. 192). Press r/R to select MEMORY, then press EXEC. Press START. Press EXEC. Your camcorder searches for the beginning of the first program, then starts dubbing. The program mark flashes.
Copying still images from a tape – PHOTO SAVE Using the search function, your camcorder automatically takes in only still images from tapes and record them on a “Memory Stick” in sequence. Before operation •Insert a recorded tape into your camcorder and rewind the tape. •Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to VCR. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. , then press EXEC. PHOTO (3) Press MENU, then select PHOTO SAVE in BUTTON appears on the LCD screen (p. 189).
Copying still images from a tape – PHOTO SAVE To stop copying Press END. To return to FN Press END to return to PAGE1, then press EXIT. When the “Memory Stick” is full MEMORY FULL appears on the LCD screen, and the copying stops. Press insert another “Memory Stick” and repeat the procedure from step 2. END, Image size of still images Image size is automatically set to 640 × 480.
Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback You can play back still images recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also play back six images including moving pictures at a time arranged in the same order of recording on a “Memory Stick” by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press PLAY. The last recorded image is displayed.
Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback Screen indicators during still image playback Image size Image number/Total number of recorded images 100–0006 640 6/100 MEMORY PLAY Print mark Protect JUL 4 2002 12:05:56 AM – + Recording date/time/Various settings CAM INDEX FN Data directory number/File number To make screen indicators disappear Press DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL.
Viewing a still image – Memory photo playback Playing back six recorded images at a time (index screen) You can play back six recorded images at a time. This function is especially useful when searching for a particular image. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press INDEX to display the index screen.
Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playback You can play back moving pictures recorded on a “Memory Stick.” You can also play back six images including still images in order of recording on a “Memory Stick” at a time by selecting the index screen. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press PLAY. The last recorded image is displayed.
Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playback Playback picture from desired part The moving picture recorded on the “Memory Stick” is divided into 23 parts. You can select every each one point and playback pictures. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press PLAY. The last recorded image is displayed. (3) Press +/– to select the desired moving pictures.
Viewing a moving picture – MPEG movie playback Screen indicators during moving picture playback Image size Picture number/Total number of recorded pictures MO V 0 0 0 0 1 320 1 / 20 0:00:12 MPEG NX Memory playback Protect JUL 4 2002 12:05:56 AM – + CAM INDEX FN Recording date/time (Various settings are displayed as “– – –”.) Recording date/time To display the recording date/time, press DATA CODE during playback. You can also use the Remote Commander for this operation (p. 39).
Enlarging still images recorded on “Memory Stick”s – Memory PB ZOOM You can enlarge still images recorded on a “Memory Stick”. You can select and view a desired part from the enlarged still image. Also, you can copy the desired part of the enlarged still image to tapes or “Memory Stick”s. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) In memory playback, press FN and select PAGE2. (2) Press PB ZOOM. PB ZOOM screen appears.
Playing back images in a continuous loop – SLIDE SHOW Your camcorder can automatically play back images in sequence. This function is especially useful when checking recorded images or during a presentation. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU, then select SLIDE SHOW in , then press EXEC (p. 189). (4) Press START.
Preventing accidental erasure – Image protection To prevent accidental erasure of important images, you can protect selected images. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press INDEX to display the index. (3) Press - MARK. The screen to protect the image appears. (4) Press the image you want to protect. The “-” appears on the protected image.
Deleting images – DELETE You can delete images stored in a “Memory Stick.” You can delete all images or selected images. Deleting selected images Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Play back the image you want to delete. (3) Press FN to display PAGE1. (4) Press DELETE. DELETE? appears on the screen. (5) Press OK. The selected image is deleted.
Deleting images – DELETE Deleting selected images on the index screen Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press INDEX to display the index. (3) Press DEL. Then press the image you want to delete. The number of the selected image is highlighted. (4) Press EXEC. DELETE? appears on the screen. (5) Press OK. The selected images are deleted.
Deleting images – DELETE Deleting all the images You can delete all the unprotected images in a “Memory Stick.” Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. 2 FN 3 R EXIT MEMORY SET STILL SET MOVIE SET SL I DE SHOW FILE NO. DELETE ALL READY FORMAT EXEC “Memory Stick” Operations (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU, then select DELETE ALL in , then press EXEC (p. 189).
Writing a print mark – PRINT MARK You can specify the recorded still image to print out by putting marks. This function is useful for printing out still images later. Your camcorder conforms with the DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) standard for specifying the still images to print out. Before operation Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press INDEX to display the index. MARK.
Using the optional printer You can use the optional printer on your camcorder to print images on print paper. For details, refer to the operating instructions of the printer. There are various ways of printing still images. The following, however, describes how to print by selecting in the menu on the touch panel on your camcorder. Before operation •Insert a recorded “Memory Stick” into your camcorder. •Attach the optional printer to your camcorder as illustrated.
Using the optional printer Selecting date/time You can print the recorded date/time. (1) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY. Make sure that the LOCK switch is set to the right (unlock) position. (2) Press FN to display PAGE1. (3) Press MENU, then select DATE/TIME in , then press EXEC (p. 189). (4) Press r/R to select a desired mode, then press EXEC.
— Viewing images with your computer — Viewing images with your computer – Introduction There are following ways of connecting your camcorder to your computer in order to view images saved on a “Memory Stick” or recorded on a tape on your computer. To view images on your computer which has a Memory Stick slot, first eject the “Memory Stick” from your camcorder and then insert it into your computer’s Memory Stick slot.
Viewing images with your computer – Introduction When connecting to your computer with the DV port Your computer must have a DV port and editing software installed that can read video signals. DV is marked on this side DV port :Signal flow i.LINK cable (optional) Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” When connecting to your computer with the USB port There are two methods of USB connection, NORMAL and PTP. The default setting is NORMAL.
Viewing images with your computer – Introduction Notes on using your computer “Memory Stick” •“Memory Stick” operations on your camcorder cannot be assured if a “Memory Stick” formatted on your computer is used on your camcorder, or if the “Memory Stick” in your camcorder was formatted from your computer when the USB cable was connected. •Do not compress the data on the “Memory Stick.” Compressed files cannot be played back on your camcorder.
Connecting to your computer with USB port – For Windows users Complete installation of the USB driver before connecting your camcorder to your computer. If you connect your camcorder to your computer first, you will not be able to install the USB driver correctly. When connecting to your computer with the USB port You must install a USB driver onto your computer in order to connect your camcorder to your computer’s USB port.
Connecting to your computer with USB port – For Windows users Recommended computer usage environment when connecting USB cable and viewing “Memory Stick” images on the computer OS: Microsoft Windows 98, Windows 98 SE, Windows Me, Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition or Windows XP Professional Standard installation is required. However, operation is not assured if the above environment is an upgraded OS. CPU: MMX Pentium 200 MHz or faster The USB port must be provided as standard.
Connecting to your computer with USB port – For Windows users Installing the USB driver Start the following operation without connecting the USB cable to your computer. Connect the USB cable according to “Making your computer recognize your camcorder”. If you are using Windows 2000 Professional or Windows XP Home Edition/Professional, log in with permission of administrators. (1) Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load. (2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer.
Connecting to your computer with USB port – For Windows users Making your computer recognize your camcorder Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer See page 170 for details on viewing “Memory Stick” images on your computer. You need to install “PIXELA ImageMixer ” to view images recorded on a tape. Install it from the CD-ROM supplied with your camcorder. To install and use this software in Windows 2000 Professional, you must be authorized as Power Users or Administrators.
Connecting to your computer with USB port – For Windows users (11) Follow the on-screen messages so that the Add Hardware Wizard recognizes that the USB drivers have been installed. The Add Hardware Wizard starts three times because three different USB drivers are installed. Be sure to allow the installation to complete without interrupting them. For Windows 2000 Professional, Windows XP Home Edition/Professional users (12) After the “File Needed” screen appears: Open “Browse...
Connecting to your computer with USB port – For Windows users If you cannot install the USB driver The USB driver has been registered incorrectly as your computer was connected to your camcorder before installation of the USB driver was completed. Perform the following procedure to correctly install the USB driver. Viewing images recorded on a tape Step 1: Uninstall the incorrect USB driver Viewing images with your computer 1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load.
Connecting to your computer with USB port – For Windows users Windows 98 SE Windows Me Windows 2000 Professional Windows XP Home Edition/Professional 172
Connecting to your computer with USB port – For Windows users 6 Turn the POWER switch to OFF (CHARGE) on your camcorder, and then disconnect the USB cable. 7 Restart your computer. Step 2: Install the USB driver on the supplied CD-ROM Perform the entire procedure described in “Installing the USB driver” on page 168. Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” Step1: Uninstall the incorrect USB driver Viewing images with your computer 1 Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load.
Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer – For Windows users Capturing images with “PIXELA ImageMixer Ver.1.0 for Sony” You need to install the USB driver and “PIXELA ImageMixer ” to view images recorded on a tape on your computer (p. 168). To install and use this software in Windows 2000 Professional, you must be authorized as Power Users or Administrators. For Windows XP Home Edition/Professional, you must be authorized as Administrators.
Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer – For Windows users (6) Click . preview window (USB) Viewing images with your computer (7) Connect the (USB) jack on your camcorder with the USB port on your computer using the supplied USB cable. USB port USB cable (supplied) Push into the end (8) Press to start playback. The picture from the tape appears on preview window on your computer. Viewing pictures live from your camcorder (1) Follow the steps 1 and 2 on page 174.
Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer – For Windows users Capturing still images preview window (1) Click thumbnail list widow . and click it at the (2) Looking at the preview window, move the cursor to point you want to capture. The still image is captured. Captured images are displayed in the thumbnail list window. Capturing moving pictures preview window (1) Click thumbnail list widow .
Viewing images recorded on a tape on your computer – For Windows users Notes •The followings may occur while you are using your camcorder, and are not due to any malfunction. – The image shakes up and down. – Some images are not displayed correctly due to noise, etc. – Images of different color systems to that of your camcorder are not displayed correctly. •When your camcorder is in tape recording standby with a cassette inserted, it turns off automatically after five minutes.
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” on your computer – For Windows users Viewing images Before operation •You need to install the USB driver to view “Memory Stick” images on your computer. (p. 168). An application such as Windows Media Player must be installed to play back moving pictures in Windows environment. •Set USBCONNECT to NORMAL in the menu settings. (The default setting is NORMAL.) (1) Turn on your computer and allow Windows to load.
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” on your computer – For Windows users Image file storage destinations and image files Image files recorded with your camcorder are grouped in folders by recording mode. The meanings of the file names are as follows. ssss stands for any number within the range from 0001 to 9999. For Windows Me users (The drive recognizing your camcorder is [E:].) Folder containing still image data Folder containing moving picture data File Meaning DSC0ssss.
Connecting to your computer with USB port – For Macintosh users When connecting to your computer with the USB port Before connecting your camcorder to your computer, install the USB driver on your computer. The USB driver is packaged together with application software for viewing images on the CD-ROM supplied with your camcorder. Recommended Macintosh environment Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0/9.1/9.2 or Mac OS X (v10.0/v10.1) Standard installation is required. However, note that the upgrade to Mac OS 9.0/9.
Connecting to your computer with USB port – For Macintosh users Installing the USB driver Do not connect the USB cable to your computer before installation of the USB driver is completed. For Mac OS 8.5.1/8.6/9.0 users (1) Turn on your computer and allow Mac OS to load. (2) Insert the supplied CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive of your computer. The application software screen appears. Viewing images with your computer (3) Click the “USB Driver” to open the folder containing the six files related to “Driver.
Viewing images recorded on a “Memory Stick” on your computer – For Macintosh users Viewing images Before operation You need to install the USB driver to view “Memory Stick” images on your computer. (p. 181) QuickTime 3.0 or newer must be installed to play back moving pictures. (1) Turn on your computer and allow Mac OS to load. (2) Insert a “Memory Stick” into your camcorder, and connect the AC power adaptor to your camcorder and then to a wall outlet. (3) Set the POWER switch to MEMORY.
Capturing images from an analog video unit on your computer – Signal convert function You can capture images and sound from an analog video unit connected to your computer which has the DV Interface to your camcorder. Before operation Set DISPLAY to LCD in the menu settings. (The default setting is LCD.) (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) Set the POWER switch to VCR. Press FN to display PAGE1. (p. 187). Press MENU, then set A/V t DV OUT to ON in Start playback on the analog video unit.
— Customizing Your Camcorder — Changing the menu settings To change the mode settings in the menu settings, select the menu items with r/R . The default settings can be partially changed. First, select the icon, then the menu item and the mode. (1) (2) (3) (4) (5) (6) In VCR, CAMERA or MEMORY, press FN to display PAGE1. Press MENU to display the menu. Press r/R to select a desired icon, and press EXEC. Press r/R to select a desired item, and press EXEC.
Changing the menu settings Menu items are displayed as the following icons: MANUAL SET CAMERA SET VCR SET LCD/VF SET MEMORY SET PRINT SET CM SET TAPE SET SETUP MENU OTHERS Selecting the mode setting of each item z is the default setting. Menu items differ depending on the position of the POWER switch. The LCD screen shows only the items you can operate at the moment. Mode Icon/item Meaning POWER switch MANUAL SET —— To suit your specific shooting requirement (p.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning z OFF To deactivate the digital zoom. Up to 10× zoom is carried out. POWER switch CAMERA SET D ZOOM PHOTO REC 20× To activate the digital zoom. More than 10× to 20× zoom is performed digitally (p. 29). 120× To activate the digital zoom. More than 10× to 120× zoom is performed digitally. z MEMORY TAPE 16:9WIDE z OFF ON STEADYSHOT z ON OFF FRAME REC INT.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item POWER switch Mode Meaning z STEREO To play back a stereo tape or dual sound track tape with main and sub sound (p. 204) VCR SET HiFi SOUND AUDIO MIX 1 To play back a stereo tape with the left sound or a dual sound track tape with main sound 2 To play back a stereo tape with the right sound or a dual sound track tape with sub sound —— To adjust the balance between stereo 1 and stereo 2 (p.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning POWER switch z OFF Not to record continuously MEMORY MEMORY SET STILL SET BURST NORMAL To record from four to 13 images continuously (p. 124) EXP BRKTG To record three images continuously with different exposure MULTI SCRN To record nine images continuously, display the images on a single page divided into nine boxes QUALITY IMAGESIZE z SUPER FINE To record still images in the finest image quality mode (p.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning POWER switch MEMORY SET SLIDE SHOW —— To play back images in a continuous loop (p. 155) MEMORY PHOTO SAVE —— To copy still images on a tape onto a “Memory Stick” (p. 146) VCR To assign numbers to file in sequence even if the “Memory Stick” is changed VCR MEMORY FILE NO. DELETE ALL FORMAT z SERIES RESET To reset the file numbering each time the “Memory Stick” is changed —— To delete all the unprotected images (p.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning POWER switch CM SET TITLE —— To superimpose a title or make your own title (p. 106, 109) VCR CAMERA TITLEERASE —— To erase the title you have superimposed (p. 108) VCR CAMERA To display the title you have superimposed VCR TITLE DSPL z ON OFF CM SEARCH z ON Not to display the title (p. 107) To search using cassette memory (p. 77, 78, 80) VCR OFF To search without using cassette memory (p. 79, 81) TAPE TITLE —— To label a cassette (p.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning POWER switch SETUP MENU CLOCK SET USB STREAM —— z OFF ON USBCONNECT z NORMAL PTP z ENGLISH CAMERA MEMORY To deactivate the USB streaming function To activate the USB streaming function VCR CAMERA To connect and recognize the “Memory Stick” drive MEMORY To connect and only copy a “Memory Stick” image from your camcorder to a computer (only with Windows XP Home Edition/Professional or Mac OS X) 1 Press r/R to select USBCONNECT, then press EXEC.
Changing the menu settings Icon/item Mode Meaning z DATE/CAM To display date, time and various settings during playback when you press the DATA CODE button on the Remote Commander (p. 39) POWER switch OTHERS DATA CODE (On the Remote Commander) WORLD TIME DATE To display date and time during playback when you press the DATA CODE button on the Remote Commander —— To set the clock to the local time. Press r/R to set a time difference. The clock changes by the time difference you set here.
— Troubleshooting — Types of trouble and how to correct trouble If you run into any problem using your camcorder, use the following table to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem persists, disconnect the power source and contact your Sony dealer. If “C:ss:ss” appears on the screen, the self-diagnosis display function has activated. See page 200. In recording Symptom START/STOP does not operate. The power goes off. Tape photo recording does not work. The image on the viewfinder screen is not clear.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • If 10 minutes elapse after you set the POWER switch to CAMERA or DEMO MODE is set to ON in the menu settings without a cassette and a “Memory Stick” inserted, your camcorder automatically starts the demonstration. c Insert a cassette and a “Memory Stick” or press the LCD screen. The demonstration stops. You can also cancel DEMO MODE (p. 191). The picture is recorded in incorrect or • NIGHTSHOT is set to ON.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble In playback Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The tape has run out. c Rewind the tape (p. 38). There are horizontal lines on the • The video head may be dirty. picture or the playback picture is not c Clean the head using the cleaning cassette (optional) clear or does not appear. (p. 210). No sound or only a low sound is • The stereo tape is played back with HiFi SOUND set to 2 heard when playing back a tape. in the menu settings. c Set it to STEREO (p.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble In recording and playback Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The battery pack is not installed, or is dead or nearly dead. c Install a charged battery pack (p. 14, 15). • The AC power adaptor is not connected to a wall outlet. c Connect the AC power adaptor to a wall outlet (p. 18). END SEARCH does not work. • The tape was ejected after recording when using a cassette without cassette memory (p. 36). • You have not recorded on the new cassette yet (p. 36).
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble When operating using a “Memory Stick” Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The POWER switch is not set to MEMORY. c Set it to MEMORY (p. 122). • A “Memory Stick” is not inserted. c Insert a “Memory Stick” (p. 115). Recording does not function. • The “Memory Stick” has already been recorded to its full capacity. c Delete unnecessary images and record again (p. 157). • The “Memory Stick” formatted incorrectly is inserted.
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Others Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • The cassette has no cassette memory. c Use a cassette with cassette memory (p. 106). • The cassette memory is full. c Erase unnecessary title (p. 108). • The cassette is set to prevent accidental erasure. c Slide the write-protect tab so that red portion is not visible (p. 21). • The tape has a blank portion in the recorded portion. c Superimpose the title to the recorded position (p. 106).
Types of trouble and how to correct trouble Symptom Cause and/or Corrective Actions • Moisture condensation has occurred. c Remove the cassette and leave your camcorder for at least one hour to acclimatize (p. 209). • Some troubles have occurred in your camcorder. c Remove the cassette and insert it again, then operate your camcorder. No function works though the power c Disconnect the AC power adaptor from a wall outlet or is on. remove the battery, then reconnect it in about one minute.
Self-diagnosis display Your camcorder has a self-diagnosis display function. This function displays the current condition of your camcorder as a 5-digit code (a combination of a letter and figures) on the screen. If a 5-digit code is displayed, check the following code chart. The last two digits (indicated by ss) will differ depending on the state of your camcorder. LCD screen or Viewfinder C:21:00 Self-diagnosis display •C:ss:ss You can service your camcorder yourself.
Warning indicators and messages If indicators and messages appear on the screen, check the following: See the page in parentheses “( )” for more information. Warning indicators 100–0001 C:21:00 100-0001 Warning indicator as to file Slow flashing: •The file is corrupted. •The file is unreadable. •You are trying to carry out MEMORY MIX function on moving picture (p. 133). Q Warning indicator as to tape Slow flashing: •The tape is near the end. •No tape is inserted.
Warning indicators and messages Warning messages • CLOCK SET Set the date and time (p. 19). • FOR “InfoLITHIUM” BATTERY ONLY Use an “InfoLIHIUM” battery pack (p. 17). • The video heads are dirty (p. 210). The x indicator and “ CLEANING CASSETTE“ message appear one after another on the screen. CLEANING CASSETTE • COPY INHIBIT • 202 FULL You tried to record a picture that has a copyright control signal (p. 203).* The cassette memory is full (p. 107).* • 16BIT AUDIO MODE is set to 16BIT.
— Additional Information — Usable cassettes Selecting cassette types You can use the mini DV cassette only.* You cannot use any other 8 mm , , Digital8 , VHS , VHSC , S-VHS , S-VHSC , Betamax Hi8 ED Betamax , DV or MICRO MV cassette. , * There are two types of mini DV cassettes: with cassette memory and without cassette memory. (Cassette Memory) mark. Tapes with cassette memory have We recommend that you use cassettes with cassette memory. IC memory is mounted on this type of cassette.
Usable cassettes Audio mode 12-bit mode: The original sound can be recorded in stereo 1, and the new sound in stereo 2 in 32 kHz. The balance between stereo 1 and stereo 2 can be adjusted by selecting AUDIO MIX in the menu settings during playback. Both sounds can be played back. 16-bit mode: A new sound cannot be recorded but the original sound can be recorded in high quality. Moreover, it can also play back sound recorded in 32 kHz, 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz.
About the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack What is the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack? The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has functions for communicating information related to operating conditions between your camcorder and an optional AC adaptor/charger. The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack calculates the power consumption according to the operating conditions of your camcorder, and displays the remaining battery time in minutes.
About i.LINK The DV Interface on this unit is an i.LINK-compliant DV input/output Interface. This section describes the i.LINK standard and its features. What is i.LINK? i.LINK is a digital serial interface for handling digital video, digital audio and other data in two directions between equipment having the i.LINK, and for controlling other equipment. i.LINK-compatible equipment can be connected by a single i.LINK cable.
About i.LINK i.LINK functions on this unit For details on how to dub when this unit is connected to other video equipment having DV Interface, see page 84 and 98. This unit can also be connected to other i.LINK (DV Interface) compatible equipment made by SONY (e.g. VAIO series personal computer) other than video equipment. Before connecting this unit to your computer, make sure that application software supported by this unit is already installed on your computer.
Using your camcorder abroad Using your camcorder abroad You can use your camcorder in any country or area with the AC power adaptor supplied with your camcorder within 100 V to 240 V AC, 50/60 Hz. When charging the battery pack, use a commercially available AC plug adaptor [a], if necessary, depending on the design of the wall outlet [b]. AC-L10A/L10B/L10C [a] [b] Your camcorder is a NTSC system based camcorder.
Maintenance information and precautions Moisture condensation If your camcorder is brought directly from a cold place to a warm place, moisture may condense inside your camcorder, on the surface of the tape, or on the lens. In this condition, the tape may stick to the head drum and be damaged or your camcorder may not operate correctly. If there is moisture inside your camcorder, the beep sounds and the % indicator flashes.
Maintenance information and precautions Maintenance information Cleaning the video head To ensure normal recording and clear pictures, clean the video head. The video head may be dirty when: – mosaic-pattern noise appears on the playback picture. – playback pictures do not move. – playback pictures do not appear. – the x indicator and “ CLEANING CASSETTE” message appear one after another or the x indicator flashes on the screen during recording.
Maintenance information and precautions Caution Do not remove any other screws. You may remove only the screw to remove the eyecup. Notes •Do not drop or bend the eyecup shaft. •Be careful when handling the eyecup. Charging the built-in rechargeable battery Your camcorder has a built-in rechargeable battery so that the date, time and other settings are retained even when the POWER switch is turned off. The built-in rechargeable battery is always charged as long as you are using your camcorder.
Maintenance information and precautions Precautions Camcorder operation •Operate your camcorder on 7.2 V (battery pack) or 8.4 V (AC adaptor). •For DC or AC operation, use the accessories recommended in this operating instructions. •If any solid object or liquid get inside the casing, unplug your camcorder and have it checked by a Sony dealer before operating it any further. •Avoid rough handling or mechanical shock. Be particularly careful of the lens.
Maintenance information and precautions About care and storage of the lens •Wipe the surface of the lens clean with a soft cloth in the following instance: – When there are fingerprints on the lens surface – In hot or humid locations – When the lens is used in environments such as the seaside •Store the lens in a well-ventilated location subject to little dirt or dust. To prevent mold from occurring, periodically perform the above.
Specifications Video camera recorder System Video recording system 2 rotary heads Helical scanning system Audio recording system 2 rotary heads, PCM system Quantization: 12 bits (Fs 32 kHz, stereo 1, stereo 2), 16 bits (Fs 48 kHz, stereo) Video signal NTSC color, EIA standards Usable cassette Mini DV cassette with the mark printed Tape speed SP: Approx. 18.81 mm/s LP: Approx. 12.56 mm/s Recording/playback time (using cassette DVM60) SP: 1 hour LP: 1.
Specifications Battery pack Maximum output voltage DC 8.4 V Output voltage DC 7.2 V Capacity 8.5 Wh (1 180 mAh) Dimensions (approx.) 38.2 × 20.5 × 55.6 mm (1 9/16 × 13/16 × 2 1/4 in.) (w/h/d) Mass (approx.) 76 g (2.7 oz) Type Lithium ion “Memory Stick” Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Additional Information Memory Flash memory 8MB: MSA-8A Operating voltage 2.7-3.6V Power consumption Approx. 45mA during operation Approx. 130µA in tape recording standby Dimensions (approx.
— Quick Reference — Identifying the parts and controls Camcorder 1 6 2 7 8 3 9 4 q; qa 5 216 1 Lens cap (p. 24) 6 Eyecup 2 LCD screen/Touch panel (p. 22, 26, 116) 7 Viewfinder (p. 28) 3 OPEN button (p. 24) 8 LOCK switch (p. 25) 4 CHARGE lamp (p. 15) 9 POWER switch (p. 24) 5 Battery pack/Battery terminal cover (p. 14) 0 START/STOP button (p. 24) qa BATT (battery) release lever (p.
Identifying the parts and controls qs qd qf qg qh qj qk qs MIC (PLUG IN POWER) jack (red) (p. 102) Connect an external microphone (optional). This jack also accepts a “plug-in-power” microphone. qf qh S VIDEO ID-2 jack (p. 43, 83, 129, 183) qj Jack cover qk Holding Grip (p. 24) (LANC) jack (blue) LANC stands for Local Application Control Bus System. The control jack is used for controlling the tape transport of video equipment and other peripherals connected to the video equipment.
Identifying the parts and controls wf ql w; wa wg ws wh wd wj ql Focus ring (p. 65) wf Microphone w; Lens wg wa Infrared rays emitter (p. 32, 89) ws Remote sensor wd Camera recording lamp (p. 24) wh DV Interface (p. 84, 98, 130, 142, 183) The DV Interface is i.LINK compatible. (USB) jack (p. 163) wj DC IN jack (p. 15, 18) Note on the Carl Zeiss lens Your camcorder is equipped with a Carl Zeiss lens which can reproduce a fine image.
Identifying the parts and controls wk wl ef e; eg ea eh es ed ej ek wk NIGHTSHOT switch (p. 32) wl SUPER NS/COLOR SLOW S button (p. 33, 34) e; Intelligent accessory shoe ea BACK LIGHT button (p. 32) ef PHOTO button (p. 44, 47, 122) eg Power zoom lever (p. 29, 74, 154) eh DISPLAY/TOUCH PANEL button (p. 39) ej RESET button (p. 199) ek Access lamp (p. 115) Quick Reference es Speaker ed i (headphones) jack (green) When you use headphones, the speaker on your camcorder is muted.
Identifying the parts and controls el rs r; rd rf ra rg el Grip Strap rd MEMORY EJECT lever (p. 115) r; “Memory Stick” slot rf OPEN/ZEJECT ra Viewfinder lens adjustment lever (p. 28) rg Tripod receptacle Make sure that the length of the tripod screw is less than 5.5 mm (7/32 inch). Otherwise, you cannot attach the tripod securely and the screw may damage your camcorder. rs Cassette lid (p. 21) Fastening the grip strap Fasten the grip strap firmly. 220 lever (p.
Identifying the parts and controls Remote Commander Buttons that share the same name on the camcorder and Remote Commander share the same function. 6 1 2 3 7 8 9 q; 4 5 1 PHOTO button (p. 45, 48, 123) 2 DISPLAY button (p. 39) 3 SEARCH MODE button (p. 77, 78, 80) 6 Transmitter Point toward the remote sensor to control your camcorder after turning on your camcorder. 7 ZERO SET MEMORY button (p. 76) 5 Video control buttons (p. 41) 8 START/STOP button (p. 24) 9 DATA CODE button (p.
Identifying the parts and controls Operation indicators LCD screen and viewfinder 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 qd qf qg qh qj 1 2 0 min – ST I LL 1 6 : 9W I DE NEG . ART AUTO 6 0 AWB F 1. 8 9 dB 8 STBY + 0:1 2:3 4 1 2 min Z ERO S E T M E MO R Y END SEARCH A/V DV 16B I T 100–0001 2 Remaining battery time (p. 31) 3 Zoom (p. 29)/Exposure (p. 63)/ Data file name (p. 149) 4 Digital effect (p. 57, 73)/MEMORY MIX (p. 131)/FADER (p. 53) 5 16:9WIDE (p. 51) 6 Picture effect (p. 56, 72) 7 Data code (p. 39) 8 Date (p.
Index A, B I, J, K, L R AC power adaptor ............ 15, 18 Adjusting the viewfinder ...... 28 Audio dubbing ...................... 102 AUDIO MIX .......................... 187 AUDIO MODE ...................... 190 AUTO SHTR .......................... 185 A/V connecting cable ...... 43, 83, 89, 97, 103, 129, 141, 183 BACK LIGHT .......................... 32 Battery pack ............................. 14 BEEP ....................................... 192 BOUNCE .................................. 53 i.
Sony Corporation Printed in Japan
